Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Oct. 24
October 23, 2024
Political news briefs from throughout the state of California.
Breaking News
- L.A. Sentinel and FACE Leaders Unite to ‘Stop the Hate’ Crimes in Los Angeles
- Fathers and Mothers Who Care Host 12th Annual Toy Giveaway in Compton
- Community in Shock and Disbelief Over Allegations Regarding Deputy Mayor Brian K. Williams
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- USC Men’s Basketball Wins Fourth Straight; Beats Southern University 82-51
- Deadly Violence in Nigeria Linked to Breakup of United Methodist Church Over LGBTQ Policies
- Black Denomination Upholds Stance Against Same-Sex Marriage. A Gay Pastor in its Ranks Seeks Change
- California Cannot Afford to Ignore Its Water Crisis
Political
Councilmember Curren Price, Del Richardson Price Named Democrats of the Year
October 16, 2024
The Los Angeles County Democratic Party honored the contributions of L.A. Councilmember Curren Price and his wife, Del Richardson Price, by naming them Democrats of the Year on Oct. 6.
Judge denies an order sought by a Black student who was punished over his hair
October 7, 2024
A federal judge on Friday denied a request by a Black high school student in Texas for a court order that the student’s lawyers say would have allowed him to return to his high school without fear of having his previous punishment over his hairstyle resume.
San Francisco’s first Black female mayor is in a pricey battle for a second term
October 7, 2024
When London Breed was elected as San Francisco’s first Black woman mayor, it was a pinch-me moment for a poor girl from public housing whose ascension showed that no dream was impossible in the progressive, compassionate and equitable city.
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Oct. 3
October 2, 2024
Political news briefs from throughout the state of California.
Black Caucus Members Weigh Next Steps for Reparations in California
September 18, 2024
For more than two weeks now, members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) have been facing sharp criticisms from frustrated advocates and other Black Californians after the State Assembly failed to bring up two reparations bills for a floor vote on Aug. 31.
Mayor Bass Endorses Hendy-Newbill for LAUSD Board
September 18, 2024
The list of impressive endorsements continues to grow for Sherlett Hendy Newbill, candidate for LAUSD School Board District 1. Her most recent endorsement is from Mayor Karen Bass.
Prop 34 Aims to Expand Medi-Cal Prescription Drug Funding — With Restrictions
September 18, 2024
Prop 34 would permanently allow Medi-Cal, California’s version of the federal Medicaid program, to pay pharmacies directly for prescription drugs.
Is Prop 36 the Right or Wrong Solution for Retail Theft?
September 18, 2024
Prop 36 would increase drug crime and theft penalties and allow a new class of crime to be called “treatment-mandated felonies,” which also require some offenders to participate in drug and mental health treatment.
Labor, Civil Rights, and Elected Leaders Join Forces in Support of Proposition 6
September 18, 2024
A powerful coalition of labor leaders, elected officials, and formerly incarcerated individuals came together for a press conference to urge Californians to vote Yes on Proposition 6 – a groundbreaking initiative that seeks to end forced labor in California’s carceral system, expand rehabilitation opportunities for incarcerated individuals, and save taxpayer money.
2 Black women could make Senate history on Election Day
September 15, 2024
The Senate has the potential for history-making this fall, with not one, but two, Black women possibly elected to the chamber, a situation never seen in America since Congress was created more than 200 years ago.
Historic Celebration of Black Excellence at the White House
September 15, 2024
On Friday, September 13, the White House South Lawn transformed into a historic celebration of Black excellence, bringing together actors, authors, television personalities, journalists, writers, activists, and artists.
On Your November Ballot: The Pros and Cons of Increasing California’s Minimum Wage
September 11, 2024
Prop 32 would increase California’s minimum wage to $18 per hour. It is currently $16 per hour for most people and $20 per hour for fast food workers.
Newsom: Black Caucus Members ‘Owed an Apology’ Amid Backlash, Brewing Tensions
September 11, 2024
A week after advocates rallied at the State Capitol to protest lawmakers for not allowing two reparations bills to be brought up for a vote on the Assembly floor, Gov. Gavin Newsom said the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) members are “owed an apology.”
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Sept. 12
September 11, 2024
Political news briefs from throughout the state of California.